Nearly 8 out of 10 young registered voters are highly motivated to participate in the May 2025 elections, driven by the desire for a positive change in the country, according to a survey by Publicus Asia, Inc.
However, despite the eagerness to join the coming polls, many younger voters expressed mixed emotions about the elections.
The survey indicated that while overall voter motivation is strong, it is slightly lower among certain demographics. Around 7 out of 10 voters aged 18-24 (68%), those who are currently not working (68%), and individuals with lower educational attainment (70%) reported being highly motivated to vote.
More than half of voters (51%) are optimistic and hopeful about the 2025 elections, reflecting the prevailing sentiment among the electorate.
Many of the young voters who feel excitement (20%) and anxiety (22%) as election day draws near.
Younger voters in particular are more prone to feeling uncertain—3 in 10 voters aged 18-24 expressed anxiety or worry about the elections, while those aged 25-29 also showed less hope and positivity (43%).
Despite these varying emotional responses, the motivation to vote remains high across all groups, with even those driven by anger maintaining strong voter engagement (62%).
The survey likewise revealed that negative emotions like frustration and anger were less frequently cited, while frustration remains a more common driver than anger among those who feel negatively about the political landscape.
This high level of engagement signals a strong potential turnout for the 2025 elections, underscoring the importance of candidates continuing to connect with a diverse electorate, the survey added.
